Episode 1132: Letteing God Into Closed RoomsEpisode 1132: Letteing God Into Closed Rooms
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LETTING GOD INTO CLOSED ROOMS. In this episode, of the Came to Believe Recovery Podcast we explor...
1:05:49•16 Sept 2026
Letting God Into the Locked Rooms of Recovery
Episode Overview
- Hidden "rooms" of shame, fear, and resentment often block deeper recovery until they are honestly faced and shared.
- Confessing truths to God, oneself and another person can feel frightening but becomes "the most freeing thing" when done.
- Trying to keep control of outcomes, especially in relationships, can keep people stuck; surrendering control to God brings peace.
- What we consume in media and speech affects our hearts, so changing language and habits is part of living a recovered life.
- No one is seen as beyond redemption, and supportive community can lovingly challenge and walk alongside those still struggling.
“Don’t just give God the living room on Sunday. Give him the whole house.”
How do people find strength in their journey to sobriety? This instalment of Take 12 Recovery Radio’s Came to Believe Recovery Podcast leans into that question by talking about the "closed rooms" we keep in our hearts and what happens when we finally let God in. Hosted by recovered alcoholic Monty Dale Meyer, the chat centres on guest Mary De Poortere, East Coast Programme Director for Came to Believe Recovery.
Between light-hearted trivia (yes, you’ll learn about sloths, dynamite, and Scottish unicorns) and positive music, the two talk frankly about the bits of our lives we still try to hide, even after we’ve started recovery. Mary shares her experience of facing the things she "was still holding on to" after getting sober, including resentments, insecurities, and unhealthy relationships.
She describes the relief that came when she fully owned her past: "That was the most freeing thing – to own it, accept it, confess it." Monty points out how many people in recovery keep "that one room" locked, convinced that if they surrender it – especially around relationships or secrets – everything will fall apart.
The episode leans heavily on spiritual themes: surrendering control, trusting God with outcomes, and inviting Him into every area of life – not just the churchy bits. There’s talk of practical step work, confession, and the tension between wanting comfort and needing growth. Mary also stresses that challenging someone in love can be part of recovery, even if it’s uncomfortable in the moment.
With humour, honesty and a clear Twelve Step focus, this conversation speaks to anyone wondering why they still feel stuck despite doing some recovery work. If there’s a "locked room" you’re avoiding, this one might have you asking whether it’s time to hand over the key – are you ready to let God into the whole house?
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